09 October, 2007

I'm really pleased with the new chrome plated VO racks. One always worries that the production version won't be as nice as the prototypes, but in this case they might even be better. These racks cost $80 to $85 and are a spectacularly great deal. Ask your local frame builder how much they would charge for a similar rack, over $200 I'll bet. Click on the pictures to enlarge them.

How much load can those rear racks bear when they're attached at the fender? Would it be appropriate to sling one or two of the Ostrich paniers filled with groceries onto such a set up? Could the rack take such a load? Could the fender?

Nathan, I'm waiting for the courier racks too. Soon, but not very soon.

Matthew, These are not racks for huge loads of groceries, though they are very very strong. They are intended for slightly loaded pannier on an inn-to-inn tour or a laptop and papers for work. We'll soon have Campee racks for bringing home a case of wine and a couple of legs of lamb.